Atty. James Lee Adams

Atty. James Lee Adams

James Lee Adams is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, appellate advocacy. James received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1975, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Louisville Louisville 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About James Lee Adams at a glance

James Lee Adams is an Associate based in Louisville, Kentucky, practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on litigation and appellate. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (2004). Educated at Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville (J.D., 2004) and Indiana University (B.A. Journalism, 1975). Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Lee Adams is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, appellate advocacy
  • James received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1975, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • James practices at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

James Lee Adams's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Lee Adams handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Louisville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Lee Adams

Where is James Lee Adams's law office located?
James Lee Adams's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. The firm is Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Lee Adams handle?
James Lee Adams focuses on litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has James Lee Adams practiced law?
James Lee Adams has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did James Lee Adams go to law school?
James Lee Adams earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A. Journalism, 1975).
How can I contact James Lee Adams for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville
- 2004
B.A. Journalism
Indiana University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 2004

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